davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Just over 2 years ago I bought a laptop for in excess of £600 which is now totally useless. As is often the case these days it came with no hard disks with everything loaded onto it. I've just been in contact with the suppliers to find out how I can retrieve a copy of Vista Home Premium to use on a new PC and was informed that the software was only licensed for that PC. When did this happen, surely if I purchased the software I own it. £600 and I don't even own the software FFS. The world of business is the biggest rip of since Captain Blackbeard roamed the oceans - robbing rip off bastards!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB11 Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Download Vista and burn it onto a disc. Then, during the installation process on whatever, input the code from your laptop. The Vista files are the same for whatever version, it just depends on what product key you enter as to what files get "unlocked". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 Download Vista and burn it onto a disc. Then, during the installation process on whatever, input the code from your laptop.The Vista files are the same for whatever version, it just depends on what product key you enter as to what files get "unlocked". I haven't got a code though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisfox Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Right click My Computer, then select properties, the code should be at the bottom of the box that opens, under Activation Not sure if this will work on a pere-installed version though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 Right click My Computer, then select properties, the code should be at the bottom of the box that opens, under ActivationNot sure if this will work on a pere-installed version though! Problem is the PC is fooked and it doesn't boot up anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudge Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 If you registered your software, which you almost certainly did, you can call/e-mail MS support. Something similar happened to me and they were very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB11 Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 I haven't got a code though You should have it on the bottom of the laptop. If it isn't, then it's illegal and the people you bought it off could be in trouble if you report it etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 You should have it on the bottom of the laptop. If it isn't, then it's illegal and the people you bought it off could be in trouble if you report it etc. This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 You should have it on the bottom of the laptop. If it isn't, then it's illegal and the people you bought it off could be in trouble if you report it etc. Ok - found that Thanks So what's the difference between the Product ID displayed in Properties under Windows Activation & Product Key displayed on a label on the underside of the laptop - needless to say I haven't got the Product ID for the bust laptop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Ok - found that ThanksSo what's the difference between the Product ID displayed in Properties under Windows Activation & Product Key displayed on a label on the underside of the laptop - needless to say I haven't got the Product ID for the bust laptop. The product key on the underside of your laptop is used to activate Windows. Once Windows is activated, you should get a product ID from Windows, just as confirmation it has been activated. When activating Windows, you should always activate it using the key on the underside of your laptop, as this is the only 1 that will work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 The product key on the underside of your laptop is used to activate Windows. Once Windows is activated, you should get a product ID from Windows, just as confirmation it has been activated. When activating Windows, you should always activate it using the key on the underside of your laptop, as this is the only 1 that will work. So if I download Vista Home Premium and save it to a disc I can install that on a new PC and use the currently redundant Product Key? Anyone know of a site where I can download and save a copy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB11 Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 So if I download Vista Home Premium and save it to a disc I can install that on a new PC and use the currently redundant Product Key?Anyone know of a site where I can download and save a copy? It'd be a torrent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 It'd be a torrent Never had any luck with them, some care to talk me through it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 So if I download Vista Home Premium and save it to a disc I can install that on a new PC and use the currently redundant Product Key?Anyone know of a site where I can download and save a copy? Yes, in theory this should work, but you must download exactly the OS that the key is meant for, otherwise it wont work. Just find a torrent, along the lines of "Windows Vista Home Premium 32bit (x86) (That's if the product key from your laptop is for 32bit). Download it, using torrent software such as utorrent or something. Then once, that has downloaded, I am guessing it will come in an ".iso" format, you will need to burn that to a Blank CDR. You can burn this by using ISO burning software. I dont know any off the top off my head so just google "free ISO burner". Once, this has been burnt to CD, reboot your computer and follow the steps. If you want a clean install, I advise you format your hard drive and Install the OS on that unallocated space. Once it comes up, just enter the Product Key into the box. When you activate Windows, you can do it over the internet or you can ring Microsoft free (its a computer) with the 0800 number they provide. If you need any more help, don't be afraid to ask. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 Yes, in theory this should work, but you must download exactly the OS that the key is meant for, otherwise it wont work. Just find a torrent, along the lines of "Windows Vista Home Premium 32bit (x86) (That's if the product key from your laptop is for 32bit). Download it, using torrent software such as utorrent or something. Then once, that has downloaded, I am guessing it will come in an ".iso" format, you will need to burn that to a Blank CDR. You can burn this by using ISO burning software. I dont know any off the top off my head so just google "free ISO burner". Once, this has been burnt to CD, reboot your computer and follow the steps. If you want a clean install, I advise you format your hard drive and Install the OS on that unallocated space. Once it comes up, just enter the Product Key into the box. When you activate Windows, you can do it over the internet or you can ring Microsoft free (its a computer) with the 0800 number they provide. If you need any more help, don't be afraid to ask. Would one of these do? http://www.torrentroom.com/torrent/230975-...remium-zip.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB11 Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Yes, in theory this should work, but you must download exactly the OS that the key is meant for, otherwise it wont work. No you don't. Not with Vista. Trust me, just get Vista files eg. any Vista disc and then the produt key you input will "unlock" certain features / files. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 No you don't. Not with Vista. Trust me, just get Vista files eg. any Vista disc and then the produt key you input will "unlock" certain features / files. So steer me in the right direction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 This from the supplier: please note that this is due to Copyright legislation and that the software installed is for that appliance only. This from an independent PC supplier / service provider: The Operating system from your old computer if its an OEM License ( as most are ) is not transferable from one computer to another. Doing so would be illegal and its not a practice we can endorse. So it would seem to be illegal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 No you don't. Not with Vista. Trust me, just get Vista files eg. any Vista disc and then the produt key you input will "unlock" certain features / files. You're probably right. Although, in my experience with XP, you have always needed the right product key. Meh. This from the supplier:This from an independent PC supplier / service provider: So it would seem to be illegal. Yes it is illegal, but if you are not using the laptop what difference is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 You're probably right. Although, in my experience with XP, you have always needed the right product key. Meh.Yes it is illegal, but if you are not using the laptop what difference is it? I agree as I said in the first post in fact I'm bloody furious about the whole rip off status of businesses these days, customer service and value for money are a vanishing concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 I agree as I said in the first post in fact I'm bloody furious about the whole rip off status of businesses these days, customer service and value for money are a vanishing concept. davieG, if you like I could send you my Vista DVD to save the hassle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 davieG, if you like I could send you my Vista DVD to save the hassle? That would be sweet considering I'm currently trying to download the torrent using Limewire with and extreamly slow laptop and it's indicating 2 more days to download it Would I be able to copy it as I haven't replaced my pc yet, I'm still looking at the options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 That would be sweet considering I'm currently trying to download the torrent using Limewire with and extreamly slow laptop and it's indicating 2 more days to download it Would I be able to copy it as I haven't replaced my pc yet, I'm still looking at the options. Keep it, I can copy it Its Vista SP1, I think SP2 is out, so Automatic Updates should update it for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 29 May 2009 Author Share Posted 29 May 2009 Keep it, I can copy it Its Vista SP1, I think SP2 is out, so Automatic Updates should update it for you. Thanks, I've sent you a PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavrentis Posted 29 May 2009 Share Posted 29 May 2009 Thanks, I've sent you a PM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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